Comparison

Dots & Boxes vs Blockwilds

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

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Dots & Boxes

Features
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Play Dots & Boxes with smart AI, local multiplayer, custom grids, and a vibrant modern look. Squarify brings the classic pencil-and-paper strategy game to your iPhone and iPad. Connect the dots. Complete squares. Keep your turn. Capture more boxes than your opponents and claim victory. Whether you want a quick solo challenge or a game night with friends, Squarify gives you multiple ways to play. FEATURES โ€ข SMART AI Challenge an adaptive AI opponent with difficulty levels ranging from easy practice to demanding strategic play. โ€ข 2โ€“4 PLAYER LOCAL MULTIPLAYER Pass the device and challenge friends or family in the classic Dots & Boxes experience. โ€ข TIMED MODE Put your strategy under pressure and make every move count before time runs out. โ€ข CUSTOM GRIDS Choose your preferred board size, from quick small grids to larger boards for deeper strategic battles. โ€ข NEON VISUALS Enjoy a modern take on the classic game with vibrant neon graphics, smooth animations, and satisfying feedback. โ€ข STATS & PROGRESS Track your performance, improve your strategy, and see how your skills develop over time. CLASSIC RULES. MODERN GAMEPLAY. Dots & Boxes is easy to learn but rewards careful planning. Every line can change the game, and one completed square can start a chain reaction. Play solo, challenge friends, and see how many boxes you can capture. Download Squarify and start connecting dots. Terms of Use: https://summer-scale-458.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-for-Squarify-Cyber-Dots-Boxes-3da6bc0c0f98802e9706f0598ef993ff Privacy Policy: https://app.notion.com/p/Privacy-Policy-for-Squarify-Cyber-Dots-Boxes-3da6bc0c0f9880129881f0b566652913

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Blockwilds

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Plan. Place. Clear. Blockwilds is a bright, relaxing block puzzle filled with satisfying clears, colorful worlds, and charming companions. Drag puzzle pieces onto the board, complete full rows and columns, and watch the blocks burst away. Every shape matters: plan ahead, create space, and keep your best run alive for one more move. Choose Endless Mode for a laid-back session, or return for a Daily Challenge when you want a fresh goal. Chain successful clears, build combos, and chase a better score at your own pace. Explore distinctive themes - from glowing classic bricks to sunny meadows and tropical shores. Each world brings its own colors, atmosphere, music, sound effects, and cheerful companion. Features: - Easy-to-learn block puzzle gameplay - Full row and column clears - Combos and satisfying visual effects - Endless Mode and Daily Challenges - Multiple colorful themes and companions - Relaxing music and responsive sound effects - Designed for comfortable portrait play - No advertising, no tracking, no account required - Plays offline Find the perfect space, place the perfect piece, and enjoy the perfect clear.

Screenshots

Dots & Boxes4 screens
Blockwilds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Blockwilds at none against Dots & Boxes's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Dots & Boxes sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Blockwilds sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Dots & Boxes versus Blockwilds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDots & BoxesBlockwilds
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksโ€”
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size49 MB154 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJignesh KikaniMIHAIL GROLING

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Dots & Boxes

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time4
  • 100 Startdust$0.99
  • 600 Stardust$4.99
  • 1500 Stardust$9.99
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  • Lifetime$9.99
4 purchases

Blockwilds

One-time4
  • 15 Cubes$0.99
  • Unlock All Themes$2.99
  • 100 Cubes$4.99
Show 1 more
  • 220 Cubes$9.99

Questions

Is Dots & Boxes free?
Dots & Boxes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blockwilds free?
Blockwilds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dots & Boxes or Blockwilds have ads?
Dots & Boxes shows ads; Blockwilds does not.

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